It’s almost Saturday – The Delmar Farmers Market!

I’ve never participated in a Farmers Market before, and for me this first time I’m excited to be sharing the llamas! Icing on the cake would be selling llama beans….and if you think it’s too late to work them into your gardens…it’s not! We’ll have more information at the market.

I’ve heard the Delmar Farmers Market is excellent…this from my mom and many others. It will be at the Bethlehem Central Middle School….I last walked out of the doors of that school back in…well, a lot of years ago. Opening Day is this Saturday, 4 June. Visit the website for a complete list of vendors, a photo gallery, and more information. There is also a Delmar Farmers Market Facebook page with more up-to-date information. Like the page!

If you come to meet the llamas, here’s a bit of a primer. Llamas don’t generally spit, they hate to spit because it makes their mouths taste ick. They will only spit if they’re being hurt or taunted, or sometimes at each other over food.

When you first meet a llama, keep your hands to your sides and if they lean into to touch your nose with theirs – let them! (It’s a compliment.) Then, you can pet their necks. Llamas are ruminants (they chew cud) and do not have top teeth in the front. They do not bite. They are naturally curious and very intelligent. And….they really enjoy PR (public relations).